Episode 17

Character, Misogyny & Power

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July 19th, 2024

8 mins 5 secs

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Politicians from both major parties and with a wide variety of political perspectives often seem more interested in power than character. In the case of too many male politicians, this manifests in misogyny and sexism. Bill Clinton and Donald Trump were criticized for callous attitudes and behavior toward women. And yet, in the wake of the "Me Too" movement, outrage over this seems to have subsided. Have we become inured to politicians who we hand over power but would not want as role models for our children?